Huntingdon City Guide

Food options focus on American comfort food with some ethnic variety. Vegetarian and vegan options are limited. Most places close by 9 or 10 PM.

Nightlife is limited mainly to a few local bars and pubs.

Mostly traditional coffee in diners and local cafés; limited specialty coffee shops.

Tipping follows US norms: 15-20% for good service in restaurants, taxis, and personal services.

SIM cards available from AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, mostly in nearby larger towns or online. No ID needed for prepaid SIMs.

Generally clean streets and reliable waste services.

Very limited 24/7 services; some pharmacies have extended hours, emergency room available.

Supermarkets stock mainly American products with limited international options. Giant Food Stores and Weis Markets are main supermarkets open daily.

Most businesses accept credit and debit cards. Some small shops or markets prefer cash.

ATMs are common at Juniata Valley Bank, M&T Bank, and Fulton Bank. Out-of-network fees range from $2 to $5.

Local public schools teach mainly in English. No international schools are available.

No established digital nomad scenes or meetups. Few nomad-friendly cafés with Wi-Fi.

Several parks and riverside areas with good shade and trails.

Safe and scenic running routes around Raystown Lake and local parks.

Several gyms and a YMCA offer fitness options.

Tennis courts are available at parks and Juniata College; typically first-come, first-served.

Padel courts are not available.

Some basic yoga classes in fitness centers and community groups.

Few studios offer karate or taekwondo. English-speaking instructors available.

Tussey Mountain Ski Area about one hour away offers beginner and intermediate slopes with rentals.

Raystown Lake provides kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing with rentals and guided tours in warmer months.

No surfing; the area is landlocked.

Freshwater diving at Raystown Lake with limited equipment rentals and certification options.

J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital serves the area with English-speaking staff. Several pharmacies like CVS and Rite Aid carry OTC meds.

Tap water meets federal and state safety standards.

Parks with playgrounds and family attractions are available. Kid-friendly cafés are limited.

Conservative area with growing acceptance; no dedicated safe spaces.

Pets are welcome outdoors and some places indoors; few dedicated pet parks.